News archive
Less invasive drug administration on the horizon
At Metro North we are always looking for ways to improve our patient’s care and experience. Today #ThinkyThursday shares Dr Jayesh Dhanani’s research into discovering a new and less invasive drug administration method. His experiences working with tuberculosis patients in India prompted Jayesh to explore the effectiveness of inhaling medication instead.
Queensland researchers identify a third type of twin
Our #RBWH research team have discovered a third type of twin! For this week’s #ThinkyThursday we are sharing the story behind the extremely rare sesquizygotic twins and the research behind this discovery.
Television donations find the right channel for dialysis patients
Patients undergoing dialysis at Caboolture Hospital will be able to watch their favourite TV shows, after the donation of two new digital televisions by the Heart Support Australia (HSA) Caboolture Branch.
Hospital and Health Boards recruitment
Board positions available in 2020 across all Hospital and Health Boards are now advertised.
A focus on trauma with Professor Michael Reade
This week #ThinkyThursday looks at preserving and extending the shelf-life of blood products and resuscitation fluids from five days to two years! As a member of the Australian Defence Force, Professor Michael Reade hopes this research will benefit patients as well as those in the military.
Supporting strong and healthy Indigenous youth through football
Ramone Close is passionate about bringing the game of football (soccer) to Indigenous youth across Australia.
2019 Metro North Staff Excellence Awards
The Staff Excellence Awards allow us to recognise the amazing work happening across the health service and the commitment staff make every day to our values - respect, teamwork, compassion, integrity and high performance. Congratulations to all the winners, highly commended and finalists.
Identifying adverse medication events in the ED
This #ThinkyThursday takes us to Caboolture Hospital’s Emergency Department. Dr Sean Clark is piloting a project to quickly identify patients at risk of non-specific medication related events who are presented to the ED. His focus on quality healthcare will benefit the many ED patients presented every year.
Robotic bronchoscopy clinical trial
This #ThinkyThursday we look at a trial of ground-breaking robotic technology which can help physicians explore virtual maps of patient’s lungs and airways to detect and sample lung nodules for cancer.
ICCC study helps Caboolture families
Caboolture Hospital’s research is helping to better coordinate care for children. Read how this #ThinkyThursday research is helping kids like Ruby!
Measles case reported on Brisbane’s northside
Metro North Public Health Unit has issued a measles alert following a confirmed case of the highly infectious disease on Brisbane’s northside.
Driving life changing research for CF patients
It’s #ThinkyThursday! Clinical Research Coordinator for #TPCH Adult Cystic Fibrosis Centre Michelle Woods is changing lives. CF patient Tracey has been able to start full-time work for the first time in almost 20 years!
Harnessing research opportunities in busy emergency department
Dr Catherine Forristal joined Redcliffe Hospital’s Emergency Department last year as its first Research Manager. This #ThinkyThursday recognises the incredible work Catherine is doing to drive research in the ED.
Turning tide on deadliest cancer
#ThinkyThursday this week takes us to the team at #TPCH. Here, under Professor Kwun Fong’s leadership, they are working on a trial to detect lung cancer in early stages and are already saving lives!
Delving deeper into thyroid cancer, autoimmune thyroid disease and Graves’ disease
Introducing this week’s #ThinkyThursday Clinician Fellowship recipient Dr Don McLeod! Since receiving the Fellowship Dr McLeod has been able to delve deeper into the root causes and treatments of thyroid cancer.
Games-based Hearoes app sounds good
Audiologists at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) have helped in the development of an Australian-first app that guides hearing impaired people through the new environment of sound, following a hearing implant.
Upgraded facility improves care for cystic fibrosis patients
An almost $3m upgrade to The Prince Charles Hospital (TPCH) is giving patients with cystic fibrosis the best and safest care during hospital stays. Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk said the new wards were up to the very best international standards, which was important for CF patients who may have to visit hospital frequently.
Deep brain stimulation gives Parkinson’s patients a new lease on life
Deep brain stimulation treatment for Parkinson’s Disease patients at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital (RBWH) is giving a new lease on life to people who had lost all hope.
Better Together plan launched at Metro North Caboolture NAIDOC Week Celebration
Australia’s largest public health service has launched its plan to improve Indigenous health outcomes at a community NAIDOC celebration today.
NAIDOC Week Family Fun Day showcases culture and community
More than 1,500 people joined in a celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and community at the annual Metro North Caboolture NAIDOC family fun day on Tuesday.
#Nextcare Health Conference 2019 – a stellar leadership experience
The inaugural #Nextcare Health Conference was an extraordinary two days of development and learning for healthcare leaders from across the globe, looking to connect, inspire and transform their careers.
Research Excellence Awards 2019 announced
From the lab to the bedside, Metro North researchers are conducting ground-breaking research every day. Last night, our researchers were recognised for their stellar achievements at our annual Metro North Research Excellence Awards.
Do you have a New Year resolution?
Do you have a New Year resolution to get healthy and fit in 2019? So do we! Check out our list.
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Syrian born Dr Ammar is one step closer to his dream of being a surgeon with the Metro North Workplace Based Assessment Program. 🩺
In January 2019, Dr Ammar arrived in Australia after fleeing Syria, where he trained in anatomical pathology amid conflict. Determined to rebuild his career, he passed the Australian Medical Council Part 1 and English exams and began volunteering at Redcliffe Hospital’s information desk to improve his language skills.
He landed his first job as a junior doctor in May 2022 where his determination and dedication allowed him to excel in the role. 🙌
In June 2024, Dr Ammar commenced the Workplace Based Assessment (WBA) Program through Metro North at Caboolture Hospital. WBA gives International Medical Graduates like Dr Ammar a real pathway to General Registration - and a future in specialties like General Surgery, his dream.
Balancing work, the pressure of home, and life as a new dad to a five-month-old baby, Dr Ammar is now on the cusp of General Registration.
“The thought of not getting a job was stressful. Now, with the WBA, I feel relieved and like doors are about to finally open.”
📢 Want to learn more? Join the WBA Program Info Webinar on 20 May at 6pm (via TEAMS).
🔗 metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/health-professionals/workplace-based-assessment
Congraulations ammar. You are amazing
Such an inspiration and lovely person too. Best wishes on your journey Ammar! 👏👏
Great Story! Well done to you Dr Ammar 🎉🙏
What a legend and an assess to metro north. Fantastic work doc
Go Ammar, well done so far and best wishes for the remainder of your journey ❤️
Congratulations, well done!
Well deserved
Wonderful Doctor! congratulations on your journey to General registration Dr Ammar.
Great doctor and was a pleasure to work with. Great asset for metro north community - staff and patients
Well done Ammar. You are an asset to any hospital, we are just lucky to have you at Caboolture.
Congratulations, Ammar! With your intelligence, talent, dedication, and passion, I have no doubt you’ll achieve your dream of becoming a surgeon. May your journey be as bright and fulfilling as your aspirations. Wishing you all the success in the world!
Congratulations Dr. Ammar
Brilliant news!!! Congratulations Ammar. It just goes to show, hard work and dedication pave the way.
What a great Doctor Ammar, a pleasure to work with, wishing you all the best in the future. Metro North is a great place to work.
Dr. Ammar's inspirational journey is commendable. I wish him continued success in achieving his objectives.
♥️
Roula H Abed
Wow congratulations Dr Ammar !
Caboolture Hospital registered midwife Hayley has given a whole new meaning to bringing your personal life to work, after the recent birth of her baby boy Kit 👶🤱
Hayley has been part of the tight-knit Caboolture Hospital team since 2022, and when she found out she was pregnant she immediately knew she wanted to give birth at the hospital.
“I wouldn’t want to have my baby anywhere else. It’s a special place to work and everyone looks out for each other," Hayley said.
“People often ask me if it was strange having my colleagues see me give birth, but I felt so safe and comfortable it was almost like having a home birth."
“Being a patient and seeing things from the other side was a unique experience. It really helped me understand the impact we as midwives can have on patients and their families."
Happy first Mother's Day Hayley, and happy Mother's Day to all mums in the Metro North community 💕
Congratulations Hayley! And what a stunning photo of ur and ur beautiful bubba! Happy 1st Mother's Day! 💛💛
What a gorgeous little baby 🥰
Happy mothers day to all mothers in the team.
Absolutely gorgeous my daughter and grandson..and thankyou to the excellent staff and amazing teamwork that made it possible. It was an absolute pleasure to witness the staff working together like they did. Very grateful 🙏
Congratulations Hayley 😍🎉
I think this is the Hayley who was my midwife for the first 8 hrs of induction when I delivered my daughter Alirah in 2022 at Caboolture 💕 an amazing midwife ❤️
Congratulations but can't agree with that about caboolture hospital
Gorgeous baby 💙 Congratulations xx
Congratulations Hayley and happy mothers day. The role suits you
Gorgeous photo of you Hayley. Happy Mums Day😘😘
So beautiful happy Mother's Day!
Congratulations
God bless you both
So-so- fantastic to see & hear of these babies been born/ more Aussie babies is wonderful - Congratulation & enjoy the journey too💝🇦🇺👍💯
Congrats Hayley, he's beautiful.
Congratulations
Had all 3 of mine at Cab and was lucky enough to have Sharon at some point each time. The team are really great there.
Hayley delivered my little girl at Caboolture hospital in 2023, congratulations Hayley 🥰 such wonderful news!
Happy first Mother’s Day Hayley ❤️ . Beautiful pic of the two of ye - you did amazing hun 💯
I had 2 of my 5 children at Caboolture, and both times were a wonderful experience.
Congratulations
Happy first Mother’s Day gorgeous Hayley xxx
Congratulations
Hayley was my wonderful midwife 5 years ago when she started her practical. Congratulations Hayley!!
This is beautiful 🥺🥹
Caboolture Hospital experienced a major milestone this week as they went live with the Integrated Electronic Medical Record (ieMR).
Registered Nurses Rachel and Jen from the Specialist Outpatient Department were among the first to experience the transformation which moves from paper-based systems to a streamlined, centralised digital platform - improving how they care for their patients.
“It’s exciting how much it improves clinical communication," Rachel said.
"It makes it much easier to communicate between facilities, doctors and to track patient interactions."
“Ultimately, it's all about creating a better experience for patients, which in turn is a bonus for how we work."
👏 A big shout-out to Rachel, Jen and the whole team involved in this digital transformation.
Well done Caboolture. Once you have learnt iemr you will never go back. It’s a great system. 👍👏👌
Does this mean all metro North hospitals can now see the patient’s same file? I have specialist’s at 4 metro North hospitals and this would be really helpful for them to all see the same file on me.
Great to see you Jen! xx
PLEASE PLEASE make TPCH digital about 5 years ago 😭🥲⌛️
go team go! 👏🏼
About time!
Well Done Jen!👏🏻👏🏻
A great success and team ! Go SOPD
All hospitals should be like this..well done
Well done Rach - get them all sorted out lass!
Great work CABH SOPD
Brilliant SOPD team.
Great work ladies
So proud of you SOPD, what a great team. Thanks to a great NUM Vanessa Tarlinton ❤️
What happens if the system goes down ? Is there any sort of paper trail eg: medications dispensed to patients or is this not for inpatient care records just SOPD.
Such a great team
Congratulations Caboolture!!👏👏👏👏
Well done ladies!!
Bet you cracked a ripper joke before this photo Rachel Hamilton
Amazing work and effort everyone 👌🤗
Nice work Rachel Hamilton!
Well done to all the staff. Great to go-live!
Rachel Hamilton what a model! 🤩
A superstar! Rachel Hamilton
Lookin good Rachel Hamilton 🤩